CJS 240 Forensic Assays

This course provides a broad and sound overview of Forensic Assays. It is an in-depth survey lecture based on the study of methods and techniques used in analysis and interpretation of evidence in the crime lab.The course will cover Chemistry, Biology, Biophysics and Physics perspectives.Starting from Spectroscopy this course is designed to introduce assay disciplines peculiar to forensics: Separation Methodology, Serology and Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, DNA Analysis, Paint Analysis, Soil and Glass, Fires and Explosions, Friction Ridge Examination,Questioned Documents, Firearms and Tool Marks, Impression Evidence, Briefly touches upon Forensic Hair Analysis. Students will perform laboratory experiments emphasizing forensic applications of biomolecular assays, arson, pharmacology and toxicology, fibers, fingerprints, blood stains, pseudo drugs, glass and paint by wet chemistry and instrumental methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 190/191

Credits

4